FRIDAY THE 13TH + SUPER MOON
We'll drink to that. Its an odd combination that won't happen again until 2049.. another good reason to stay up late with friends and a great beverage. This weekend's weather is looking like summer, the Vikes won last weekend, and the Twins are playing well - it's almost too good to be true.
The Vikings play the Packers on Sunday - if you aren't drinking
Tattersall's Purple Reign, are you even a Vikings fan? We've got limited stock - when its gone, its gone!
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FALL GRAND WINE TASTING
SOLD OUT
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29TH
1:30-4:30PM
If you have tickets and find yourself unable to attend, please contact us so we can release your tickets to the waitlist.
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COGNAC & BLUES
with Matthew Skoller
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 16TH
6:30-8:30PM
FOR TICKETS & MORE INFO
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BONUS: Spirits Tasting this Friday from 4pm until 7pm with
10,000 Drops Craft Distillers
from Faribult, MN!
Friday's Wine Tasting 4-8pm
with Amanda from Rootstock Wine Co.
- Maurice Schoech Cotes d'Ammerschwihr Alsace
- Benitos Santos Albarino Rias Baixas
- Antonelli Montefalco Grechetto Umbria
- Bastide du Claux Malacre Luberon Rouge
- Commanderie de Peyrassol Croix des Templiers Provence
- Martha Stoumen Post-Flirtation Red Mendocino
- ..... and one really good secret sipper!!
Saturday's Wine Tasting 3-7pm: Staff Picks
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2015 J. Wilkes, Pinot Noir, Santa Maria Valley CA
$27.99
J. Wilkes winemaker Wes Hagen has created a complex Pinot Noir typical of the cool climate in the Santa Maria Valley. Strong Pacific winds, fog, and sun-kissed slopes of the 'Tepusquet Bench' combine to produce wines of verve and elegance.
Aromas of red raspberry, pomegranate, mocha, herbs, and plum skins slide into a rich palate of sour plum, rhubarb, and earthy fruit.
Well worth contemplation over an earthy mushroom pasta entree!
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2016 Raw Power Shiraz
South Australia
$16.99
I realize Summer isn't quite gone yet but a hint of cool air has got me thinking about rich silky reds to sink into. Raw Power Shiraz certainly delivers silky, bombastic fruit but it's no gimmick wine. This Shiraz is expertly made , comes from a well tended single vineyard and is matured in stainless steel and seasoned oak. The result is clean and juicy Shiraz that satisfies but doesn't overwhelm. The overall effect is a lot of quality and value.
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2017 Zuccardi Q Malbec Valle de Uco
$21.99
Once upon a time, I lived in Buenos Aires. While there I drank my share of Malbec, listened to plenty of Tango and most importantly, met my wife. The wines of Argentina hold a very special place for me and this cuvee from the "darling of Mendoza" delivers exactly what I look for in a Malbec without being overly extracted or sweet. This is elegant, powerful, velvety juice and would go perfectly with that sweater you've been waiting to wear again.
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2015 Domaine Sainte-Anne
Cotes-du-Rhone Villages
$17.99
The Steinmaier family's roots lie in Burgundy, having relocated to the small village of Saint Gervais in the Southern Rhone Valley in the 1960s. This is a true family operation - the two sons now make wines from 30 hectares of Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre. This is classic Rhone- spiced fruit, earth, and garrigue. This goes into my "burger wine" category - a delicious, comforting fall red.
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2018 Ameztoi
Txakolina
$22.99
Its looking like summer this weekend.. perfect Txakolina weather. These crisp white wines from the Basque Country in Northern Spain are made for drinking, not thinking. Ameztoi has always been a long standing fav here at the shop - crisp orchard fruit, the slightest spritz, and a ton of personality for being such a chuggable wine. Pair with fresh caught lake fish, oysters - really anything that comes out of the water.
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Barn Cat - Belgian IPA
Lakes and Legends
$11.49 (6pk cans)
If you're burned out from heavy, tongue-busting IPAs like me, it's hard to find a beer that will give you the hops you desire without leaving your tongue drier than the Sahara. Fortunately, Lakes & Legends has provided an oasis. This Belgian IPA delivers those malty biscuit notes we know and love from Belgian ales whilst supplying just enough hops to whet the palette.
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NEW ARRIVALS
2001 Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Reserva *magnums*
2006 Lopez de Heredia Vina Tondonia Reserva *magnums*
2018 Domaine Daulny Sancerre (new vintage of an old favorite)
2017 Leah Jorgenson Sauvignon Blanc OR (back in stock!!)
2015 Melville Estate Pinot Noir Sta Rita Hills
2018 Beckmen Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc Santa Ynez Valley
2017 Beckmen Vineyards Cuvee Le Bec Santa Ynez Valley
2015 St. Innocent Pinot Blanc Freedom Hill Vyd OR
2015 L'Ecole Cabernet Sauvignon Columbia Valley (new vintage)
2014 Bereche Brut Reserve Champagne *magnums*
Cesarini Sforza Brut Classico Rose NV
2014 Zuccardi Q Cabernet Sauvignon Uco Valley
... and more!
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Beer Tastings - Every Tuesday!
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The next beer tasting is this upcoming Tuesday, September 17th. We'll be pouring some staff fall favorites - all tasting table beers are 10% off! Stay tuned for upcoming tastings with our local brewers.
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